Inequal: meaning, definitions and examples

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inequal

[ ɪˈnɪkwəl ]

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mathematics

Not equal; unequal. Used to describe a comparison between two values where one is greater than, less than, or not equal to the other.

Synonyms

disproportionate, unequal, uneven

Examples of usage

The inequality 5 > 3 means that 5 is greater than 3.
In the equation 2x + 3 < 10, x can take various values that satisfy the inequality.

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social sciences

Characterized by disparities or differences, especially in opportunities or treatment.

Synonyms

disproportionate, uneven, unfair

Examples of usage

The education system in the country is plagued by inequal access to resources.
There is a growing concern about inequal distribution of wealth in society.

Translations

Translations of the word "inequal" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desigual

🇮🇳 असमान

🇩🇪 ungleich

🇮🇩 tidak sama

🇺🇦 нерівний

🇵🇱 nierówny

🇯🇵 不平等

🇫🇷 inégal

🇪🇸 desigual

🇹🇷 eşitsiz

🇰🇷 불평등한

🇸🇦 غير متساوٍ

🇨🇿 nerovný

🇸🇰 nerovný

🇨🇳 不平等的

🇸🇮 neenak

🇮🇸 ójafn

🇰🇿 тең емес

🇬🇪 არათანაბარი

🇦🇿 bərabərsiz

🇲🇽 desigual

Word origin

The word 'inequal' originated from the Latin word 'inequalis', which is a combination of the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'aequalis' meaning 'equal'. The concept of inequality has been present throughout human history, with various societies grappling with disparities in wealth, power, and opportunities. The term has been used in mathematics to describe relationships between values and in social sciences to highlight disparities and injustices.